Dee Jay Sensitive Side's Guide to Hukilau 2010 for South Floridians

The Hukilau, named after the traditional Hawaiian fishing village festivals of old, has been netting in Tiki-philes and Polynesian Pop enthusiasts from all over the world to the sunny shores of South Florida since 2003. Co-founder and Producer/Organizer Christie White aka Tiki Kaliki has been busting her ass for the last nine years putting together one of the world's best and most respected celebrations of Tiki culture.

Close to 80 percent of those in attendance travel from far and wide, some for thousands of miles, to participate in this sacred celebration of all things Tiki. As South Floridians, thanks to our tropical climate and close proximity to legendary Tiki bar/restaurant Mai Kai, we have the privilege of only suffering a short car ride to witness these unique festivities. For those unfamiliar with the Hukiau or Tiki culture in general, I have summarized the weekend's events into an easy-to-follow itinerary that with the price of admission will get you a round-robin crash course into the world of all things Tiki: Fire-eating mermaids, seminars from jet-setting Polynesian cocktail aficionados, art and fashion Shows, Tiki markets, bands playing poolside, DJs, go-go dancers and hula-hoopers and the list goes on!

I would also like to add from personal experience, to those who may be

weary about feeling out of place, that the Hukilau-ers are an extremely